WorksheetsA Thousand Splendid Suns - Ch 1-23 Quiz #1
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 3hrs 48mins
What was the first word Mariam heard when she was five years old?
On which day did Mariam remember being restless and preoccupied?
Mariam accidentally broke her mother's teacup.
teapot
teacup
saucer
kettle
What did Nana call Mariam after she broke the tea set?
Who told Mariam the story of Queen Gauhar Shad?
Jalil described Herat as a historical and beautiful city.
A historical and beautiful city
A barren land
A mystical place
A modern metropolis
What is buried beneath the pistachio tree according to Jalil?
Mariam felt ______ when Jalil came to see her every Thursday.
happy
sad
anxious
uncertain
Jalil owned a hotel in addition to the cinema.
a hotel
a restaurant
a theater
a radio station
What was Nana's role before her belly began to swell?
Why did Nana's own father disown her?
What did Nana wish her father had done with the knife?
The lesson Nana wanted Mariam to learn about a man's accusing finger is that not every blame is justified.
Not every blame is justified
Every blame is true
Blame is always misplaced
Nana refers to herself as a 'pokeroot' and a 'mugwort' meaning she embodies the qualities of rooted strength and healing properties.
She implies that she is both deeply rooted and possesses healing qualities.
She means that she has a bitter personality.
She is stating that she is a gardener.
She is merely describing her appearance.
Why did Nana refuse to live in Herat?
Describe the location where Nana chose to live instead of Herat.
Jalil's reaction after visiting the clearing suggested by Khadija was:
Astonished
Relieved
Indifferent
Anxious
Mariam imagined her mother wearing a sari during the wedding preparation.
a sari
a lehenga
a gown
a dress
Identify the individual who entered Nana's body a week before the wedding date.
Nana's sister
The bride
The mother
Not specified
Jalil built the kolba by himself.
Jalil built the kolba by himself.
Jalil hired laborers to build the kolba.
Jalil delayed the construction.
Jalil sold the kolba.
In what year did Nana give birth to Mariam?
What did Nana use to cut the cord between her and Mariam? Choose the correct tool used.
Credit card
Scissors
Knife
Razor
Mariam felt proud about the story of her birth as she grew older.
Embarrassed
Proud
Indifferent
Curious
Jalil's version of Mariam's birth was
a miracle
a normal birth
an accident
a mystery
Why did Nana say she chose the name Mariam?
What is one of Mariam's earliest memories mentioned in the passage?
The wheelbarrow filled with supplies was usually pushed by:
porter
laborer
driver
soldier
Why did Mariam feel sorry for the boys?
Nana welcomed the boys when they came to deliver the supplies.
She welcomed them
She ignored them
She scolded them
She ran away
Mariam was taught to read and write by?
Her mother
Her teacher
Her brother
Her friend
What did Nana teach Mariam to cook?
Who was the village arbab mentioned in the passage?
The village head
A local teacher
A wealthy merchant
A visiting dignitary
Mariam and Mullah Faizullah did the following activities together after their lessons:
They studied together.
They discussed their lessons.
They practiced religious recitations together.
Not enough information to determine the specific activity.
What did Faizullah tell Mariam about the things he'd seen in his youth?
Mullah Faizullah liked the Arabic words of the Koran because they are linguistically beautiful.
They are linguistically beautiful.
They are difficult to pronounce.
They are boring.
They are commonly misunderstood.
What did Mariam wish for when she was walking with Mullah Faizullah?
Who brought news about Jalil's daughters going to the Mehri School for girls in Herat?
Mariam's reaction when Mullah Faizullah asked if she wanted him to ask her mother for permission was:
Anger
Surprise
Disapproval
Indifference
Nana's argument against Mariam going to school is that it will tarnish her reputation and bring shame to the family.
It will result in the loss of her religious values.
It will tarnish her reputation and bring shame to the family.
It will distract her from household responsibilities.
It is unnecessary for a woman.
How does Mullah Faizullah respond to Nana's argument about schooling?
He dismisses Nana’s argument by undermining the value of formal schooling
He agrees with Nana that schooling is essential
He questions the relevance of schooling in their context
He does not respond directly, leaving Nana's argument unchallenged
Identify what Nana means by 'tahamul'.
Tolerance
Anger
Joy
Indifference
Nana believes Mariam will face rejection and heartache if she goes to school because ________.
The school environment is hostile towards women, leading to social rejection.
Mariams intellect will isolate her from her peers.
Her presence at school will be celebrated, not rejected.
There is no reason for any rejection or heartache.
What did Mariam love about the kolba?
Mariam longed to see ______ more than anyone else.
Her family
Her father
Her teacher
Jesus
Mariam read books on Wednesdays while waiting for Jalil.
Mariam read books on Wednesdays while waiting for Jalil.
Mariam cooked meals on Wednesdays while waiting for Jalil.
Mariam talked to neighbors on Wednesdays while waiting for Jalil.
Mariam visited markets on Wednesdays while waiting for Jalil.
Mariam felt nervous on Thursdays while waiting for Jalil.
nervous
excited
calm
indifferent
What did Nana say would happen one day when Jalil lifted Mariam?
When Jalil visited, Nana behaved ______.
nicely
rudely
indifferently
excitedly
What did Mariam like about Jalil's appearance?
What did Mariam do when she saw Jalil approaching?
She hid.
She ran away.
She greeted him calmly.
She ignored him.
What did Nana do when Jalil and Mariam sat outside the kolba?
Mariam believed that her father could never catch her.
Her father would always catch her.
Her father could sometimes catch her.
Her father could never catch her.
Her father could eventually catch her.
According to the passage, the woman who was expecting her third child is the one being referred to.
The woman
Her sister
Her aunt
Her friend
How many children does Jalil have, including Mariam?
Jalil taught Mariam and Nana fishing techniques during their fishing trips.
Fishing techniques
Swimming
Cooking
Sailing
Identify who overthrew King Zahir Shah according to the passage.
Mohammad Daoud Khan
Mohammad Zahir Khan
Daoud Zahir Khan
King Zahir Shah remained in power
Mariam found a letter in the box given by Jalil.
A letter
A diary
A key
A ring
Mariam felt ______ when Jalil left.
Sad
Angry
Indifferent
Confused
What did Mariam imagine doing with Jalil in Herat?
(a)
Mariam wanted __ for her birthday.
A book
A necklace
A bike
A doll
Mariam was speaking to ____ about her birthday wish.
her teacher
her friend
her brother
her mother
What was the special kind of film that Jalil mentioned?
Why did Jalil think it was not a good idea to take Mariam to the cinema? - Choose the correct reason.
Because the cinema might be too frightening for Mariam.
Because Mariam might fall asleep.
Because cinema tickets are expensive.
Because the cinema is too far away.
Mariam wants Jalil to do _____?
Help her
Ignore her
Argue with her
Offer advice
Jalil reacts in a specific manner when Mariam expresses her wish. Which of the following best describes his reaction?
He listens attentively
He disapproves of her wish
He shows happiness
He ignores the wish
What does Nana accuse Mariam of being?
Ungrateful
Treacherous
Harami
All of the above.
Nana's statement that Mariam is nothing without her signifies that Mariam is utterly dependent on Nana.
Mariam is utterly dependent on Nana
Mariam has other supports
Nana expects too much
Mariam is self-sufficient
Mariam expressed her grievances to Nana as 'I feel hurt because you never listen to me'.
I feel hurt because you never listen to me
I am happy with everything
I see no issues between us
I want to ignore my feelings
Where did Mariam like to go and what could she see from there?
What did Mariam do with the pebbles she collected?
What color was the dress Mariam wore the next morning?
Mariam noticed about the clouds in the sky: they were overcast.
overcast
clear
scattered
illuminated
Why did Mariam walk around the west facing periphery of the clearing?
What did Mariam do when she returned to the stream?
How did Mariam feel when she was in Herat?
What did Mariam notice about the boys at the street corner?
Who did Mariam ask for directions to Jalil Khan's house?
What did the elderly owner of the horse drawngari give to Mariam?
Mariam felt nervous when she approached Jalil's car.
nervous
angry
happy
surprised
Who is Mariam here to see?
What is the relationship between Mariam and Jalil Khan?
The chauffeur offered a ride to Mariam when she refused to leave.
A drink
A ride
A book
A snack
Why did the driver suggest Mariam go to a hotel?
What did Mariam do when she was shaken awake in the morning?
Describe the setting and atmosphere outside Jalil's house as depicted in the passage. Choose the correct concise description:
It is calm and inviting.
It is busy and loud.
It is dark and ominous.
It is colorful and vibrant.
How did Mariam react when she was lifted off the ground?
Mariam saw a beautiful array of flowers in Jalil's garden before she was taken away.
A beautiful array of flowers
A creepy monster
A group of people
Nothing at all
What emotions did Mariam experience during the ride?
Why was Mariam ashamed during the ride?
In thinking about her disgrace, Mariam wished for forgiveness.
Revenge
Forgiveness
Escape
Pride
What did Mariam see when the wind blew and parted the branches of the weeping willow?
Who stood beside Bibi Jo during Nana's burial?
What did Jalil do after Nana's burial?
Mariam wanted to see her husband after the burial.
Her husband
Her brother
Her father
Her friend
Mullah Faizullah consoled Mariam with kind words.
He recited a prayer for her.
He consoled her with kind words.
He gave her a small gift.
He advised her to pray.
What did Mariam hear Nana saying in her head?
How did Mariam feel about Jalil's offer to stay with him?
Mariam noticed that the people in the garden, as she and Jalil walked past, were whispering.
whispering
yelling
singing
laughing
Describe the room where Mariam stayed according to the passage.
What did Jalil offer Mariam when she sat down on the bed?
